﻿Ty Patrick Flood is a brave, all-American, 10-year old boy. Ty has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (“DMD”), a fatal genetic disorder. The facts about DMD are stark. DMD is a muscle disease, which is progressively debilitating. By 10-12 years old, most children with DMD require the assistance of a wheelchair. Later complications include respiratory failure, heart failure and debilitating orthopedic complications. Currently, there is no cure. As Ty enters the second decade of his young life, his disease has progressed and things have become much harder for him and his family – both physically and financially. This deserving family needs help. Ty’s parents, Timothy and Beth, are dedicated to helping others and have helped raise tens of thousands of dollars to assist families in need. Tim is a veteran Special Agent at Homeland Security Investigations, with more than 26 years of service. By necessity, Beth left her employment to attend to Ty’s needs, as well as to care for his younger sisters, Tara and Emma. With the loss of Beth’s income, the Flood family has endured protracted financial hardship. The family is now faced with additional hurdles as their home will require substantial modifications to make it wheelchair accessible. A suitable vehicle that can safely transport a motorized wheelchair also is needed. Without assistance, the Floods will have to leave their home and their tight-knit community of friends. Such change could be devastating for a family that is already facing so many new and daunting challenges. Please support our effort with a donation to stabilize this patriotic family's situation, keep them in their home, and assist with Ty’s medical needs and care. ﻿﻿